The Excelsior Standard, May 5, 2023

Billy Ray Martin, 59, of Excelsior Springs passed away April 24, 2023, at his home.

A graveside service was held at 3 p.m. on Friday, April 28, at Old Union Cemetery.

Mr. Martin was born on Dec. 31, 1963, in Excelsior Springs.

Billy enjoyed spending time with friends and family. He could make anyone laugh and loved having a good time and adored his four grandchildren.

Billy enjoyed the outdoors and had a yard full of beautiful plants. His motto was, “It’ll be alright. Everything will be alright.”

Billy was preceded in death by his parents, Billy and Wincel Martin; brothers, Steven Leon Martin and Clayton Wayne Martin; former wife, Janice “Dobie” Martin; and grandson, Eli Black. His survivors include his children, Ryan Martin, Sarah (Jeff) Black and Karah (Jay) Miller; siblings, Joyce Partin and David Martin; and his four grandchildren, Lexi Black, Maci Black, Rylen Black and Avery Black.

Services provided by Hidden Valley Funeral Homes.